Plumbagin induces apoptosis, cell cycle arrest, and inhibits protein synthesis in LoVo colon cancer cells: A proteomic analysis.

Plumbagin, extracted from Plumbago zeylanica L., inhibits growth and induces apoptosis in LoVo colon cancer cells. Mechanisms include cell cycle arrest and disruption of protein synthesis. Potential therapeutic for colon cancer.

Shu J et al (2023).

Chem Biol Drug Des.

DOI:

10.1111/cbdd.14305

PubMed:

37558615

Silicon dioxide nanoparticles suppress copper toxicity in Mentha arvensis L. by adjusting ROS homeostasis and antioxidant defense system and improving essential oil production.

Excessive copper in soil harms plant growth and crop production. Silica nanoparticles (Aerosil 200F) can reduce copper toxicity, improve plant growth, photosynthesis, antioxidant function, and essential oil production.

Aqeel U et al (2023).

Environ Res.

DOI:

10.1016/j.envres.2023.116851

PubMed:

37558115

Polysaccharides from Tetrastigma Hemsleyanum Diels et Gilg ameliorated inflammatory bowel disease by rebuilding the intestinal mucosal barrier and inhibiting inflammation through the SCFA-GPR41/43 signaling pathway.

Tetrastigma hemsleyanum polysaccharide (THP) reduces inflammation, promotes intestinal barrier integrity, regulates gut microbiota, and activates SCFAs-GPR41/43 signaling pathway in inflammatory bowel disease.

Lin Y et al (2023).

Int J Biol Macromol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126167

PubMed:

37558022

Allergic contact dermatitis to neem oil used to treat a flare of atopic dermatitis.

Samaran Q, Dereure O and Raison-Peyron N (2023).

Contact Dermatitis.

DOI:

10.1111/cod.14394

PubMed:

37557893

Associations Between Monthly Cannabis Use and Myocardial Infarction in Middle-Aged Adults: NHANES 2009 to 2018, Corroon et al.

This study analyzed data from middle-aged adults and found that a history of monthly cannabis use >1 year before a heart attack was not associated with a heart attack, except when cannabis was not used within the past month.

Corroon J et al (2023).

Am J Cardiol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.amjcard.2023.07.065

PubMed:

37556891

Green carbon dots derived from Atractylodes macrocephala: A potential nanodrug for treating alcoholic gastric ulcer.

Zhai C et al (2023).

Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces.

DOI:

10.1016/j.colsurfb.2023.113492

PubMed:

37556883

Phytoconstituents, antioxidant and antiglycation activity of Chrysophyllum cainito L., Hancornia speciosa Gomes and Plinia glomerata Berg. fruits.

Researchers studied the antioxidant and antiglycation activities of three unconventional wild edible fruits. They identified various phytoconstituents and observed significant sugar, vitamin C, and carotenoid content. The fruits exhibited antioxidant properties, with Chrysophyllum cainito peel showing the highest efficacy. Plinia glomerata showed significant antiglycation activity. These findings provide valuable information for further research on the application, preservation, and conservation of these fruits.

Martins GR et al (2023).

An Acad Bras Cienc.

DOI:

10.1590/0001-3765202320201853

PubMed:

37556705

Integrated transcriptome and physiological analysis revealed core transcription factors that promote flavonoid biosynthesis in apricot in response to pathogenic fungal infection.

Chen T et al (2023).

Planta.

DOI:

10.1007/s00425-023-04197-x

PubMed:

37555984